# Where to watch The Lion King (2019) in the UK

> The Lion King (2019) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 118 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Drama, Family, Animation  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T22:19:11.663Z)  

## Synopsis

Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=The%20Lion%20King)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Lion%20King)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Lion%20King)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Lion%20King&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Lion%20King)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Lion%20King)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Lion%20King)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Lion%20King&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Lion%20King&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Lion%20King)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Lion%20King+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Lion King in the UK?**

The Lion King (2019) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Lion King?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Lion King?**

Yes. The Lion King can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Lion King on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Lion King is currently included with: Disney Plus.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/420818/the-lion-king-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dzBtMocZuJbjLOXvrl4zGYigDzh.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/420818/the-lion-king-2019.json

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